How far is Mountain View, AR from Jonesboro, AR?
The driving distance from Mountain View, AR to Jonesboro, AR is about 104.3 miles (167.9 km), with a travel time of about 02h 02m by car.
- The straight-line flight distance is about 79.2 miles (127.4 km).
- For a round trip, plan for roughly 04h 05m of driving time before adding stops, traffic, or weather delays.
- A comfortable departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT.
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This route works well as a day trip with time at the destination.
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Leave and Arrive Planner
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Drive time stays fixed at 02h 02m.
A morning start gives you useful time at the destination and keeps the return out of the late evening.
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Halfway Point
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Route Weather Snapshot
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Driving Route Map
The map below follows the saved road route between Mountain View and Jonesboro.
Turn-by-Turn Driving Directions
Step-by-step road directions between Mountain View and Jonesboro.
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Start on South Peabody Avenue
17 m · 5 sec · South Peabody Avenue
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Turn right onto East Main Street
22.8 mi · 34 min · East Main Street
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Turn straight onto Mountain View Road
6.1 mi · 9 min · Mountain View Road
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At the end of the road, turn left onto Heber Springs Road
7.4 mi · 11 min · Heber Springs Road
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Continue on Allen Chapel Road
3.7 mi · 6 min · Allen Chapel Road
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Continue on Newport Road
9.6 mi · 17 min · Newport Road
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Continue on West Main Street
2591 ft · 52 sec · West Main Street
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Turn slight right onto North Main
2180 ft · 44 sec · North Main
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Continue on Newport Road
5.3 mi · 9 min · Newport Road
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Continue on State Highway 14
3.9 mi · 7 min · State Highway 14
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Turn left onto Arrington Street
1.5 mi · 3 min · Arrington Street
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At the end of the road, turn left onto 3rd Street
3268 ft · 1 min · 3rd Street
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Continue on Malcolm Avenue
1.6 mi · 3 min · Malcolm Avenue
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Turn right onto Stegall Road
1.3 km · 1 min · Stegall Road
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Take the ramp left toward I 57 North, US 67 North
1259 ft · 31 sec
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Merge slight left
18.8 mi · 20 min
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Take the exit slight right toward AR 226: Jonesboro
2502 ft · 1 min
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Keep slight right
105 m · 8 sec
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Merge slight left
12.1 mi · 14 min
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Continue on Southwest Drive
7.4 mi · 9 min · Southwest Drive
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Continue on South Main Street
1.4 mi · 3 min · South Main Street
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Turn right onto Cate Avenue
63 m · 14 sec · Cate Avenue
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Turn left
23 m · 5 sec
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Arrive at your destination
0 m · 1 sec
Car Route Details
A richer read on the saved driving route between Mountain View and Jonesboro.
Straightforward drive
The saved road route has a manageable number of maneuvers and should be easy to follow with normal attention to signs.
East Main Street
Turn right onto East Main Street
22.8 mi · 00h 34m
Route Summary
A quick read on whether this route feels easy, ambitious, or worth planning around.
A comfortable day-trip route
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
Mostly Sunny leaving Mountain View and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Trip Questions
Direct answers travelers usually want before committing to the drive.
How long does it take to drive from Mountain View to Jonesboro?
The road trip is about 104.3 miles (167.9 km) and usually takes 02h 02m in normal driving conditions.
Is this a same-day trip or an overnight route?
This route works well as a day trip. You can leave in the morning, spend meaningful time at the destination, and still return the same day.
What is the halfway point on this route?
Oil Trough is a useful midpoint, sitting about 52.4 miles from Mountain View and 51.9 miles from Jonesboro.
How much longer is the road route than the straight-line distance?
The direct path is about 79.2 miles (127.4 km), while the road route adds roughly 25.1 extra miles because roads do not follow the straight air line.
When is the best time to leave for this route?
A good departure window is usually 8:00 AM to 10:00 AM CDT. If you want a more comfortable same-day return, try to leave by 2:24 PM CDT.
How much will gas cost for this route?
Using about 28.3 MPG, regular gas is estimated at $13.94 one way or $27.87 round trip. Estimated CO2 is about 32.7 kg one way.
What should you check before leaving?
Before you leave, expect Mostly Sunny around Mountain View and Mostly Sunny near Jonesboro.
Stop Ideas Near Oil Trough
Useful break, food, and waypoint ideas within about 15 miles of the route midpoint.
Transit and Meeting Points
Useful pickup, handoff, or rendezvous points close to Oil Trough.
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Flight Path Map
This map shows the direct air route between Mountain View and Jonesboro. Straight-line distance: 79.17 mi (127.41 km).
#1 Mountain View
City in Arkansas, USA
| Population | 2,902 |
| Coordinates | 35.8684100, -92.1176500 |
| Altitude | 232 |
| Country | United States |
#2 Jonesboro
The most populous city in Craighead County, Arkansas.
| Population | 79,859 |
| Coordinates | 35.8423000, -90.7042800 |
| Altitude | 99 |
| Country | United States |
End: Cate Avenue (-90.704283, 35.842092)
Estimated Travel Time
Distance: 168 km by road
| Speed | Time |
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| 30 mph (48.3 km/h) | 03h 28m |
| 40 mph (64.37 km/h) | 02h 36m |
| 50 mph (80.47 km/h) | 02h 05m |
| 60 mph (96.56 km/h) | 01h 44m |
| 70 mph (112.65 km/h) | 01h 29m |
| 80 mph (129 km/h) | 01h 18m |
Fuel, Round Trip and CO2
Estimated fuel cost and emissions for this route.
| Fuel | $/gal | One way | Round trip |
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| Regular gas | $3.79 | $13.94 | $27.87 |
| Mid-grade | $4.26 | $15.67 | $31.35 |
| Premium | $4.63 | $17.02 | $34.04 |
| Diesel | $5.42 | $19.93 | $39.85 |
Assumes 8.3 L/100 km (about 28.3 MPG). CO2 is an estimate and varies by vehicle, fuel blend, traffic, and terrain.
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